Endangered Animal, Plant, or Space

Hello Everyone,

We have been talking about the many endangered species in B.C. and the world, as well as the endangered habitats or spaces (which is part of what contributes to endangered animals.) As part of this discussion, you will be asked to further research an endangered animal or plant of your choice. You will begin doing research on Tuesday, April 25th, and more information will be given to you then. The research will be used to help in a small art project, inspired by the Northwest artist Sue Coccia.

Please find out the following:

  1. What is the common and scientific name of your animal?
  2. What is the taxonomy chart for your animal or plant?
  3. Which list did you find the animal or plant on?
  4. Where would we find the animal or plant in B.C.? Describe its habitat and any details about whether that space is endangered or in trouble.
  5. What does the shape of your animal or plant look like? Draw it.
  6. What does your plant or animal need to survive?
  7. What kinds of adaptations or features does the animal or plant have that allow it to compete for food/resources?
  8. How does your plant or animal reproduce? What is its life cycle?
  9. What could we use your animal or plant for? How do humans typically interact with it?
  10. Why is the plant or animal endangered?
  11. Is there anything humans are doing or could do to help improve the situation?
  12. Any other interesting facts?
  13. Why do you think we should care about this animal or plant?

Keep notes on these questions in your journal. Make sure to indicate where your information came from as you take notes. When you finish taking notes, we will be using this information to make an art project.

Criteria for a good mark? Aesthetic presentation, thorough information, answering all of the questions given, and showing understanding of endangered animals/plants and why they are endangered. Rubric will be provided next week. Project due EOD Friday, April 28th.

Have fun researching!